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Hidden stem cells may be fueling spinal stenosis
Scientists have discovered a stem cell that appears to serve as a master source for tendon and ligament cells throughout the body. In lumbar spinal stenosis, these cells become unusually active and may drive the ligament overgrowth that squeezes spinal nerves and causes pain, numbness, and difficulty walking.
Source: Science Daily
How is Osteoporosis Diagnosed?
Bone density testing is the most definitive way to diagnose osteoporosis and assess bone health. The most commonly used test is a dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA or DEXA) scan.
Source: Spine Health Foundation
The Continuum of Spine Care: What Patients Need To Know
What is interventional spine care-and could a less invasive treatment help you avoid or delay spine surgery?
Source: Spine Health Foundation
9 McKenzie Exercises for Back Pain Relief
McKenzie exercises are designed to relieve low back pain and sciatica by targeting specific lumbar issues. Guided by a physical therapist, these exercises can help centralize pain and support recovery.
Source: Verywell Health
Water Walking to Relieve Lower Back Pain
Walking in a warm pool provides buoyancy to support a large share of your body weight and significantly eases pressure on your spinal joints, discs, and nerves.
Source: Spine-health
